Iowa Economy: Iran, oil, the Fed and interest rates - What global tensions might mean for Iowa’s economy

In this episode of the Iowa Economy Podcast, economist Bryce Kanago and Directors Council Executive Director Jerrica Marshall join host Chris Conetzkey to explore how the conflict involving Iran, shifting consumer behavior and workforce changes could influence inflation, interest rates and business activity. Marshall also shares insights from regional economic data and her experience as an adviser to the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. In this episode: How geopolitical conflict could disrupt energy markets and economic stability The policy dilemma facing the Federal Reserve as inflation and slower growth collide Growing financial pressure on lower- and middle-income households The potential for artificial intelligence to change job availability and workforce training GUESTS:  Bryce Kanago, economics professor, University of Northern Iowa Jerrica Marshall, executive director of The Directors Council and member of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago’s Advisory Council on Small Business, Community and Economic Development, Agriculture and Labor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices